Trump Criticizes Murkowski, Republicans for Limiting His Venezuela Authority
President Trump has recently expressed strong criticism towards U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski and fellow Republicans who supported restricting his military authority in Venezuela. During a speech in Michigan, he referred to these dissenters as “real losers” within the Republican Party.
Trump’s Discontent with Republican Senators
In his remarks, Trump highlighted Murkowski, while mainly directing his frustrations towards Senator Rand Paul. He noted that he had previously supported Paul in Kentucky, stating, “Then he votes against all the time. It’s just crazy. I don’t get it.”
Trump also mentioned Senator Susan Collins and expressed his disapproval of Indiana Senator Todd Young for their votes against him. In total, five Republican senators, including those previously named and Senator Josh Hawley of Missouri, voted to advance a resolution aimed at limiting Trump’s military powers regarding Venezuela.
Details of the War Powers Resolution
- This resolution would prevent Trump from using military force in Venezuela without congressional approval.
- Trump was angered by the resolution and reached out to each dissenting senator to voice his objections.
Senator Murkowski, who had praised the military operation that ousted Venezuela’s president, expressed concerns about future actions in the region. “I don’t want this to be a war,” she remarked. “I don’t think the president wants to be at war. So this is how we’re making sure that we’re not going to be at war in Venezuela.”
Murkowski Stands By Her Constitutional Duty
When questioned about Trump’s discontent, Murkowski maintained her stance, asserting that she has faced presidential displeasure before. “Let’s just say, I’ve been in this boat before,” she said. Murkowski emphasized her obligation to act in accordance with the Constitution, regardless of presidential criticism.
As the Senate is set to conduct a final vote on the war powers resolution, reports indicate that Republican leaders, under pressure from the Trump administration, are exploring options to possibly withdraw it from consideration.
